Michael James Shea, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Michael James Shea is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 51 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MI can see Michael James Shea, MD in person in Ann Arbor or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1975 and has 51+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 878dNPPES updated 2023-12-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
754
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
874
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,269
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.03M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$625 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Michael James Shea's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.59 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1975
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Dec 26, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 1975)
Mailing address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Michael James Shea
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael James Shea for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Ann Arbor required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael James Shea
NPI records show Dr. Shea as active with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 998-7400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael James Shea
Practice Location
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484
Mailing Address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
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